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Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, MS-DOS and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc. Regulatory Models: BI-RX-4, BI-RX-8, and BI-RX-16. 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 Information in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other countries. Reproduction of these materials in ...
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, MS-DOS and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc. Regulatory Models: BI-RX-4, BI-RX-8, and BI-RX-16. 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 Information in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other countries. Reproduction of these materials in ...
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... required for installation 7 •Site planning and safety guidelines 8 •Unpacking the PowerConnect B-RX Series 12 •Chassis lifting guidelines for PowerConnect B-RX Series 12 •Installing a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis in a rack 13 •Installing modules 16 •Installing power supplies ... provides 16 interface slots. Electronic Industries Association cabinet (EIA310-D). Additional configuration information is provided in equipment racks. The PowerConnect B-RX series consists of the following ways: • In a 19-in the rack. A mid-mount kit can be...
... required for installation 7 •Site planning and safety guidelines 8 •Unpacking the PowerConnect B-RX Series 12 •Chassis lifting guidelines for PowerConnect B-RX Series 12 •Installing a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis in a rack 13 •Installing modules 16 •Installing power supplies ... provides 16 interface slots. Electronic Industries Association cabinet (EIA310-D). Additional configuration information is provided in equipment racks. The PowerConnect B-RX series consists of the following ways: • In a 19-in the rack. A mid-mount kit can be...
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Four-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis and components location: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Interface slot 2 2 Switch fabric slot 2 3 Switch fabric slot 3 4 ESD connector 5 Interface slot 1 6 Switch fabric slot 1 7 Interface slot 3 8 Management slot 1 9 Management slot 2 10 Interface slot 4 11 Fan tray assembly FIGURE 1 PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 4 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03
Four-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis and components location: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Interface slot 2 2 Switch fabric slot 2 3 Switch fabric slot 3 4 ESD connector 5 Interface slot 1 6 Switch fabric slot 1 7 Interface slot 3 8 Management slot 1 9 Management slot 2 10 Interface slot 4 11 Fan tray assembly FIGURE 1 PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 4 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03
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Eight-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis and components location. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 11 13 12 14 15 16 1 Interface slot 1 2 Interface slot 2 3 Interface slot 3 4 Interface slot 4 5 Switch fabric slot 1 6 ... slot 2 14 Power supply slot 1 15 Power supply slot 2 16 Power supply slot 3 17 Power supply slot 4 18 ESD connector 19 Fan tray assembly FIGURE 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis 19 17 18 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 5 53-1001682-03
Eight-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis and components location. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 11 13 12 14 15 16 1 Interface slot 1 2 Interface slot 2 3 Interface slot 3 4 Interface slot 4 5 Switch fabric slot 1 6 ... slot 2 14 Power supply slot 1 15 Power supply slot 2 16 Power supply slot 3 17 Power supply slot 4 18 ESD connector 19 Fan tray assembly FIGURE 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis 19 17 18 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 5 53-1001682-03
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16-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis and components location. 1 3 5 7 17 19 9 11 13 23 15 21 22 2 4 6 8 18 20 10 12 14 16 1 Interface slot 1 2 Interface slot 2 3 ... Switch fabric slot 1 18 Switch fabric slot 2 19 Switch fabric slot 3 20 Switch fabric slot 4 21 Management slot 1 22 Management slot 2 23 ESD connector FIGURE 3 PowerConnect B-RX Series-16-slot chassis 6 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03
16-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis and components location. 1 3 5 7 17 19 9 11 13 23 15 21 22 2 4 6 8 18 20 10 12 14 16 1 Interface slot 1 2 Interface slot 2 3 ... Switch fabric slot 1 18 Switch fabric slot 2 19 Switch fabric slot 3 20 Switch fabric slot 4 21 Management slot 1 22 Management slot 2 23 ESD connector FIGURE 3 PowerConnect B-RX Series-16-slot chassis 6 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03
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...four-slot chassis contains one redundant). - The 16-slot chassis contains four power supplies. • A 115V AC power cable for installation. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 7 53-1001682-03 A fan tray assembly in it, ensuring proper airflow within the chassis. • Fans - ... (EIA310-D) equipment rack. • Four standard #12-24 pan-head screws for installation This document describes how to set up the PowerConnect B-RX series and mount into 19-inch equipment racks using the brackets built onto each interface module slot. three switch fabric modules • A...
...four-slot chassis contains one redundant). - The 16-slot chassis contains four power supplies. • A 115V AC power cable for installation. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 7 53-1001682-03 A fan tray assembly in it, ensuring proper airflow within the chassis. • Fans - ... (EIA310-D) equipment rack. • Four standard #12-24 pan-head screws for installation This document describes how to set up the PowerConnect B-RX series and mount into 19-inch equipment racks using the brackets built onto each interface module slot. three switch fabric modules • A...
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...redundant). - For information on cabling, refer to "Installing power supplies" on page 20, "Attaching a management station" on page 24, and "Connecting the PowerConnect B-RX Series to eight interface modules. - For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of 15.24 cm (6 in the site. Up to a network device" on... Ensure that the proper cabling is installed in .) of space between the sides, front, and the back of the surface. 8 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 NOTE Before installing any modules or power supplies, you must have openings of at least 60 percent...
...redundant). - For information on cabling, refer to "Installing power supplies" on page 20, "Attaching a management station" on page 24, and "Connecting the PowerConnect B-RX Series to eight interface modules. - For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of 15.24 cm (6 in the site. Up to a network device" on... Ensure that the proper cabling is installed in .) of space between the sides, front, and the back of the surface. 8 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 NOTE Before installing any modules or power supplies, you must have openings of at least 60 percent...
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...dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you must keep the slot blank in this manual are for qualified service personnel. CAUTION If you do not install a module in a slot, you run the chassis with your system. CAUTION See the safety and regulatory information that apply to the PowerConnect B-RX.... CAUTION Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might exceed 40o C (104o F). PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 9 53-1001682-03 Safety guidelines Before proceeding with installation, please read the cautions and warnings that...
...dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you must keep the slot blank in this manual are for qualified service personnel. CAUTION If you do not install a module in a slot, you run the chassis with your system. CAUTION See the safety and regulatory information that apply to the PowerConnect B-RX.... CAUTION Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might exceed 40o C (104o F). PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 9 53-1001682-03 Safety guidelines Before proceeding with installation, please read the cautions and warnings that...
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... properly grounded, then use the power cord supplied with the device. Place the heaviest device at the bottom and progressively place lighter devices above. 10 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 DANGER Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is your country. DANGER Mount the devices you...
... properly grounded, then use the power cord supplied with the device. Place the heaviest device at the bottom and progressively place lighter devices above. 10 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 DANGER Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is your country. DANGER Mount the devices you...
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...of all devices installed on the same circuit as the power supply draw (refer to the system, make sure there is located on the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis), crimped with the rating limit for the location. A restricted access area is controlled by service personnel through the use UL-listed...to the product should allow for installation in restricted access areas only. CAUTION For a DC system, the gauge of at least 6 AWG. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 11 53-1001682-03 The input wiring for power transmission 47 37 30 24 19 15 12 9.3 CAUTION For the ...
...of all devices installed on the same circuit as the power supply draw (refer to the system, make sure there is located on the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis), crimped with the rating limit for the location. A restricted access area is controlled by service personnel through the use UL-listed...to the product should allow for installation in restricted access areas only. CAUTION For a DC system, the gauge of at least 6 AWG. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 11 53-1001682-03 The input wiring for power transmission 47 37 30 24 19 15 12 9.3 CAUTION For the ...
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NOTE You must remove components from Dell. Save the shipping carton, pallet, and packing materials in all external cables. • Do not attempt to lift a fully configured PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot or 16-slot chassis by yourself. Move the ...card. • A 115V AC power cable for PowerConnect B-RX Series DANGER A fully-populated PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis is recommended. Unpacking the PowerConnect B-RX Series The PowerConnect B-RX Series ships with several items. Review the list below to unpack a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. 1. If any items are missing, ...
NOTE You must remove components from Dell. Save the shipping carton, pallet, and packing materials in all external cables. • Do not attempt to lift a fully configured PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot or 16-slot chassis by yourself. Move the ...card. • A 115V AC power cable for PowerConnect B-RX Series DANGER A fully-populated PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis is recommended. Unpacking the PowerConnect B-RX Series The PowerConnect B-RX Series ships with several items. Review the list below to unpack a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. 1. If any items are missing, ...
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... includes two L-shaped mounting brackets and mounting screws. Attach the mounting brackets to center-mount the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis using two L-shaped mounting brackets. Alternatively, you should have two sets of a fully loaded PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, Dell recommends mounting a chassis in mounting brackets and are equipped with built-in a rack before installing the...
... includes two L-shaped mounting brackets and mounting screws. Attach the mounting brackets to center-mount the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis using two L-shaped mounting brackets. Alternatively, you should have two sets of a fully loaded PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, Dell recommends mounting a chassis in mounting brackets and are equipped with built-in a rack before installing the...
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...). Determine the position of each chassis in the rack, for each chassis on the rack (Figure 5) according to mount a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis in .) of clearance between the back of the screws. Do not secure the screws completely; Removing extra shipment screws The...chassis. These screws secure the fan tray, protecting it from damage during shipment. Figure 4 shows the location of the screw head and the rack. 14 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 To perform this task, you need a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver. 1 2 3 1 Chassis front 2 Shipping screws...
...). Determine the position of each chassis in the rack, for each chassis on the rack (Figure 5) according to mount a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis in .) of clearance between the back of the screws. Do not secure the screws completely; Removing extra shipment screws The...chassis. These screws secure the fan tray, protecting it from damage during shipment. Figure 4 shows the location of the screw head and the rack. 14 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 To perform this task, you need a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver. 1 2 3 1 Chassis front 2 Shipping screws...
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FIGURE 5 Positioning the screws in Figure 6 (four-slot and eight-slot chassis) or Figure 7 (16-slot chassis). Starting with the chassis that you want to mount in the lowest position in the rack, mount the chassis in the rack as shown in a rack 3. With two or more people lifting the chassis, slip the wide portion of each keyhole slot over the corresponding screw in the rack. 1 1 Standard 19 inch rack FIGURE 6 Mounting the PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot or eight-slot chassis in a rack PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 15 53-1001682-03
FIGURE 5 Positioning the screws in Figure 6 (four-slot and eight-slot chassis) or Figure 7 (16-slot chassis). Starting with the chassis that you want to mount in the lowest position in the rack, mount the chassis in the rack as shown in a rack 3. With two or more people lifting the chassis, slip the wide portion of each keyhole slot over the corresponding screw in the rack. 1 1 Standard 19 inch rack FIGURE 6 Mounting the PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot or eight-slot chassis in a rack PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 15 53-1001682-03
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... attach the chassis to install the PowerConnect B-RX Series management module in another Dell chassis or a management module intended for installing more than one procedure that you attempt to the rack using star washers. The sequence for another Dell chassis in the narrow portion of the... keyhole slots. 5. Additionally, if any single hole grounding lugs are in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, the chassis and module will not function properly. 16 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-...
... attach the chassis to install the PowerConnect B-RX Series management module in another Dell chassis or a management module intended for installing more than one procedure that you attempt to the rack using star washers. The sequence for another Dell chassis in the narrow portion of the... keyhole slots. 5. Additionally, if any single hole grounding lugs are in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, the chassis and module will not function properly. 16 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-...
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...how the redundant module works, optional software configurations that you are exactly the same for redundancy. TABLE 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series installation PowerConnect B-RX Series module Chassis slot number (four-slot and eight-slot chassis) Chassis slot number (16-slot chassis) ...). Before installing a module in the following on the chassis front. 2. NOTE The installation instructions for installing modules in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, have the following steps are installing a redundant management module, refer to the appropriate configuration guide for your chassis...
...how the redundant module works, optional software configurations that you are exactly the same for redundancy. TABLE 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series installation PowerConnect B-RX Series module Chassis slot number (four-slot and eight-slot chassis) Chassis slot number (16-slot chassis) ...). Before installing a module in the following on the chassis front. 2. NOTE The installation instructions for installing modules in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, have the following steps are installing a redundant management module, refer to the appropriate configuration guide for your chassis...
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1 1 Interface module FIGURE 8 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 1 1 Management module FIGURE 9 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis 18 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03
1 1 Interface module FIGURE 8 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 1 1 Management module FIGURE 9 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis 18 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03
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...1. Install a management module in the switch fabric slots 2 and 4. 4. Install switch fabric modules in management slot 2. 2. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 19 53-1001682-03 Tighten the two screws at either end of an adjacent interface module. 4. Install ...module in the backplane. This action will fully seat the module in management slot 1. 6. 1 1 Interface module FIGURE 10 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis NOTE When inserting the module into the chassis, make sure that the faceplate does not overlap with the module front panel...
...1. Install a management module in the switch fabric slots 2 and 4. 4. Install switch fabric modules in management slot 2. 2. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 19 53-1001682-03 Tighten the two screws at either end of an adjacent interface module. 4. Install ...module in the backplane. This action will fully seat the module in management slot 1. 6. 1 1 Interface module FIGURE 10 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis NOTE When inserting the module into the chassis, make sure that the faceplate does not overlap with the module front panel...
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... continue with four additional power supplies provides full redundancy for both of the power supply front panel by pushing them in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. After the power supply is properly inserted in until the ejectors on either side of the power supply. This action... one or two additional power supplies if you want your four-slot chassis equipped for any supply that fails. Installing power supplies The PowerConnect B-RX Series accommodates multiple power supplies (AC or DC). Accommodates four power supplies (AC or DC), with four required and four redundant....
... continue with four additional power supplies provides full redundancy for both of the power supply front panel by pushing them in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. After the power supply is properly inserted in until the ejectors on either side of the power supply. This action... one or two additional power supplies if you want your four-slot chassis equipped for any supply that fails. Installing power supplies The PowerConnect B-RX Series accommodates multiple power supplies (AC or DC). Accommodates four power supplies (AC or DC), with four required and four redundant....
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... step 6. This action locks the power supply in place. 1 1 Power supply FIGURE 12 Installing power supply in a PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 5. 1 1 Power supply FIGURE 11 Installing power supply in a PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 21 53-1001682-03 This action causes the power supply connector to Figure...
... step 6. This action locks the power supply in place. 1 1 Power supply FIGURE 12 Installing power supply in a PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 5. 1 1 Power supply FIGURE 11 Installing power supply in a PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 21 53-1001682-03 This action causes the power supply connector to Figure...